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L O W C O S T A D V E R T I S I N G A T I T S B E S T 31 Taking on the Dementia Tax Helen Crawford, Alzheimer’s Society Services Manager for Northamptonshire As you will have seen over the past few weeks, all of the major political parties have made commitments to addressing the social care crisis. We know that this broken system is the biggest challenge facing people with dementia and their families today. There are 8000 people with dementia in Northamptonshire so it is a big issue locally. As an organisation, since 2008 we have been campaigning with our supporters, on scrapping the ‘dementia tax’ once and for all and ‘Fixing Dementia Care’. So what do we mean by a dementia tax? The dementia tax refers to the enormous injustice in the care system for people with dementia. In the lottery of life, people with dementia are forced to spend hundreds of thousands on care - unlike those who develop cancer, heart disease or diabetes. This is because the care that you receive when you have dementia is predominantly social care (such as help with washing, dressing and eating) and this is means-tested, meaning you pay. Whereas if you have another condition such as cancer, you will receive NHS care free at the point of use. For a long time, this major issue has been pushed under the carpet by successive governments. Finally in 2017, we have increased public awareness of the impact of this dementia tax. It appears our political leaders are now listening, but it is essential that we see action rather than just words. Given the number of people with dementia using social care, this is our time to capitalise on these commitments and ensure that no one has to pay catastrophic costs for their care. So how can you help? If you want to support the campaign and have an opportunity to speak to a politician, ask them what they are doing about the dementia tax. Keep shouting about it in person and on social media if you use Facebook or Twitter (#dementiatax). You can also join the campaign online by visiting alzheimers.org.uk/fixdementiacare alzheimers.org.uk/fixdementiacare To advertise in the next edition - advertise@northampton-local.co.uk - 07738 024 823
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